PSY brings 'Gangnam Style' to the United Nations

South Korean singer Psy practises some 'Gangnam Style' dance steps with UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon at the UN headquarters Credit: Reuters

United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon met fellow countryman and global popstar PSY for some 'Gangnam Style' dancing at the UN headquarters in New York last night.

Ban Ki-Moon thanked PSY for coming to the UN with "such a big crowd" of reporters and said he was a "a bit jealous" that he was no longer the most famous Korean in the world.

Psy’s song 'Gangnam Style', which he says is a comment on consumerism, went viral across the world and has been viewed more than 530 million times since it was released in mid-July.

Mr Ban said:

The UN chief said he wanted to work with his fellow country man to engage with young people across the world and make them aware of the work of the UN.

He said PSY was "so cool" he could end global warming:

The 34-year-old popstar said the meeting was a highlight of his career, and a momentous occasion in his life:

The UN Secretary General was complimented on his 'Gangnam Style' rhythm as he revealed he would consider using his new moves to relieve tension: